Resources

Strengthening Michigan's Ornamental Horticulture Industry

Published on August 27, 2026
The 2025 impact of the MSU Extension's Ornamental Horticulture team.
Fungicides for Disease Management in Christmas Trees

Published on July 1, 2026
In this article, you will understand factors that affect the efficacy of fungicides and improve disease management outcomes.
Importance of Proper Irrigation Management in Christmas Trees

Published on July 1, 2026
This article discusses the importance of irrigation and using new technology to help maintain optimal soil moisture.
Investigating the Potential of Genetic Selection to Reduce Cone Formation in Fraser Fir Christmas Tree Plantations

Published on July 1, 2026
This article examines the potential of genetic selection to mitigate cone production in Fraser fir.
Weather - Enviroweather

Published on May 26, 2026
Enviroweather helps users make pest, plant production and natural resource management decisions in Michigan by providing a sustainable weather-based information system.
Christmas Tree and Nursery Spongy Moth Treatment Options

Published on April 17, 2026
Insecticides that have been approved for treatment to control spongy moth on Christmas trees and nursery stock.
Evaluating Chemical Mowing as an Integrated Weed Management Strategy for Christmas Tree Production in Michigan

Published on April 1, 2026
This article reviews research results from chemical mowing in Christmas tree production.
Tree Market Trends: A Sense of Deja Vu?

Published on April 1, 2026
Results are shared from an end-of-the-season sales survey that aimed to identify key trends in Christmas tree sales across the Great Lakes region.
How to Speak Christmas Tree: Understanding Heat and Drought Injury

Published on April 1, 2026
Bert Cregg discusses the basics of heat and drought, environmental factors that can damage or kill trees in Christmas tree plantations.
Michigan Christmas Tree Pest Management Guide

Published on February 16, 2026
A comprehensive guide for Christmas tree pest management from insects to diseases to protecting pollinators.